Manage software licenses on VMware and Citrix virtual servers and desktops

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  Why is software on virtual servers any different than normal servers?

  Managing software running on virtual servers can prove very challenging because the virtual servers that run the applications can easily be moved between physical hosts. This can cause problems with certain applications that use CPU-based licensing models or software that can’t be moved between physical hosts.

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  Easily see the relationship between apps and physical hosts in VMware

  The VMware ESX Connector is a service that communicates directly with VMware’s API via ESX/ESXi Server or vCenter. Asset Manager displays the relationship between the application running on a virtual machine and the physical host on which the VM is running.

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  Track licenses whether you publish an app or the whole desktop

  Ensuring license compliance and preventing over-licensing in Citrix environments is challenging because many vendors use a Client Application Licensing Model in virtual environments. The Citrix Connector tracks the relationships between which user is starting up which published application or published desktop and who has the rights to start each Citrix application.

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  Track complex second-use licenses

  Certain vendors have second-use right policies; when accessing a virtual application and the application is also installed locally on the computer, you only need one license. Asset Manager automatically identifies applications that have second use rights, ensuring license counts are managed properly in virtual environments.

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